Understanding how proteins regulate skin health
Official title: REGULATION OF SKIN HOMEOSTASIS BY RNA-BINDING PROTEINS
Funded at Stanford University · NIH-11073087 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how certain proteins in our skin help keep it healthy and how changes to these proteins might affect skin cell growth, which could help us understand skin diseases that many people face.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2023 |
| Project end | April 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $123,093 |
| NIH project number | 5K01AR082351-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11073087 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals suffering from skin diseases or disorders that affect skin homeostasis.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with skin conditions unrelated to the mechanisms being studied, such as purely cosmetic issues, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of RNA-binding proteins and arginine methyltransferase in maintaining skin health. It focuses on how these proteins influence the growth and differentiation of skin cells, particularly keratinocytes. The study aims to identify specific proteins that are crucial for skin homeostasis and how their modifications affect gene expression. By exploring these mechanisms, the research seeks to provide insights into skin diseases that affect a significant portion of the population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new treatments for various skin diseases by targeting the underlying mechanisms of skin cell regulation.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the role of RNA-binding proteins in cellular processes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Stanford University
Stanford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Porter, Douglas F — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Porter, Douglas F
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.